Nov 06 2024 38 mins 9
Join Paul Comfort we kick off Season 8 of Transit Unplugged! This special episode features a live CEO roundtable from the APTA TRANSform and EXPO packed with five of transit's biggest leaders. The panel features:
- Andy Lord from Transport for London
- Dottie Watkins from CapMetro in Austin
- Dwight Ferrell from SMART in Detroit
- Shawn Donaghy from North County Transit District
- Adam Leishman CEO of Ascendal Group in Hong Kong
They discuss their unique transit projects, the impact of the pandemic, the future of AI in transportation, the importance of risk-taking, mentorship in leadership, and the role of transit in the economic development of cities worldwide. Don't miss this compelling--and passionate--discussion on the intersection of technology, society, and the future of public transportation.
Next week on the show we have Stephen Tu, Deputy Executive Officer of Station Experience at LA Metro, talking about improving the transit journey for everyone. Improving safety, cleanliness, the perception of safety, and discouraging inappropriate activities starting at a few stations and now expanding across the network.
00:00 Introduction and Podcast Anniversary
08:43 Andy Lord on London's Transit System
12:41 Dottie Watkins on Austin's Transit Expansion
15:25 Dwight Ferrell on Detroit's SMARTer Mobility
18:01 Shawn Donaghy on Workforce Development in San Diego
20:36 Public Transport Success in Hong Kong
21:29 Rethinking Urban Planning
21:56 King's Cross Transformation
23:15 Economic Impact of Transport Infrastructure
25:32 Transition from Aviation to Public Transport
27:32 Leveraging AI and Technology in Public Transport
29:51 Leadership Lessons in Public Transport
34:45 Final Thoughts and Industry Appreciation
37:21 Coming up next week on Transit Unplugged
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